When it comes to fast BMW sedans, most people don't look beyond the BMW M5, and that's understandable. After all, there wasn't much else above it until the 8 Series Gran Coupe debuted in 2019, replacing the much-missed 6 Series Gran Coupe. Introducing the Gran Coupe version of the 8 Series boosted its popularity, but like the M8 Coupe, the M8 Gran Coupe has remained somewhat under the radar. Competition from established rivals like the Porsche Panamera and Audi RS7 has always been fierce. Still, the M8 Gran Coupe always stands out as the superior car overall, and that's an unbiased view. The only drawback is that the RS7 has consistently edged out the M8 Gran Coupe in horsepower each year. But just how much power does the 2020 BMW M8 Gran Coupe have? Let's find out.
Given the extra doors and longer wheelbase, it's obvious that the 2020 BMW M8 Gran Coupe weighs more than the M8 Coupe. But it isn't heavier by much as it only weighs around 200 pounds more, tipping the scales at approximately 4,500 pounds. This means that there's not much change in performance figures. To put it into context, the 2020 M8 Gran Coupe does 0-60 mph in 3.1 seconds compared to the Coupe's 3.0 seconds. To answer the question we posed earlier, the 2020 BMW M8 Gran Coupe is powered by a 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged V8 that makes 600 horsepower and 553 lb.ft, similar to the power figures of the M8 Coupe. This is the amount of power that would carry you to over 200 mph easily, but BMW, like most of their cars, limited the top speed to 155 mph and 190 mph with the M Driver's package.
Inside the 2020 BMW M8 Grand Coupe, luxury abounds on all surfaces, but the cabin also adopts performance styling like the exterior. This is evident through the aluminum and carbon fiber accents that infuse the cabin with a sporty character enhanced by the leather on the seats and most of the surfaces. Front seat passengers get heated and ventilated bucket-style comfort seats, but the rear seat passengers get a bench with supportive bolsters for each passenger except the middle. Amenities are plentiful, but if you've been in newer BMWs, you'll find the 10.2-inch infotainment display outdated, particularly if you are an Android user, as it doesn't have Android Auto. Luckily, the 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster is similar to what BMW offers today.
The 2020 BMW M8 Gran Coupe shares much of its styling with the M8 Coupe, but its longer and wider body gives it a more commanding presence as a performance sedan. The extra doors don't detract from its aggressive design; instead, they add a touch of elegance. The extended roofline enhances the car's proportions without looking out of place, even though the M8 traditionally shines as a coupe. The M8 Gran Coupe's low stance further boosts its visual appeal. At the front, BMW's signature kidney grilles are paired with sharp, adaptive LED headlights, giving the car a focused and intense appearance. The rear end is equally aggressive, incorporating a pair of wrap-around taillights, sharp lines, and gnarly-sounding blacked-out exhaust tips.
BMW has a history of making some essential driver assist technologies premium add-ons, but even so, the standard features in the 2020 BMW M8 Gran Coupe were impressively broad. Expect features like electronic stability control, driveline traction control, lane departure warning, and driver monitoring alert, among others. In addition to the infotainment display and instrument cluster, a heads-up display was also part of the standard equipment. And this isn't just your ordinary heads-up display that turns into an analog rev counter and digital speedometer if the car is in Sport and Sport Plus modes. As for driving the modes, Sport and Sport Plus speak for themselves, but there's also Comfort mode, which focuses on ride comfort and fuel efficiency by softening the suspension and easing throttle response. If you prefer to adjust the suspension or other parameters individually, you can do so, though it requires manually configuring them through the infotainment display.
When new, the 2020 BMW M8 Gran Coupe was undoubtedly a splurge-worthy car, with its base MSRP set at just over $130,000. Today, you can get one at half that on average, making it a solid value-for-money option if you're looking for a car in that price range. Convinced that you should buy one? Check our BMW M8 listings. But if your priorities change mid-way and you still want our BMW, feel free to browse our BMW listings.
The 2020 BMW M8 Gran Coupe isn't just a four-door version of the M8 Coupe; it's designed to make an impression. It brings together the thrilling performance of the M8 with the practicality and elegance of a grand touring sedan. Exotic Car Trader creates an exclusive and safe way of buying and selling cars, eliminating the daunting experiences of private selling for buyers and sellers. Every vehicle listed on Exotic Car Trader goes through a private seller verification process, ensuring legitimacy for our buyers. Also, Exotic Car Trader's car buying process is well outlined, with all fees and packages providing our buyers with a seamless and inclusive experience. We can handle the escrow of funds at no additional cost to the buyer and seller, and we also provide trade-in and financing options for buyers. For transaction safety, our Transactions Team is world-class and equipped with industry fraud detection tools to ensure a safe and secure transaction. These are just some of the benefits you enjoy when buying or selling on Exotic Car Trader. Contact us for listing services or to buy a car on Exotic Car Trader today.
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